This week really flew by ‘cos it was such an enjoyable one. Joanna, Ces, Reen and I had free tickets to Wildwildwet and although the place is really just okay only (ignoring the fact that we have already been there before), the company was sweet♥ Picture the four of us sprawled on this huge float adift the lazy river and singing to Bruno Mars’ The Lazy Song as it blared from the speakers. I don’t particularly fancy that song but it was so apt for that moment. I’m pretty sure we stayed on that float for a whole good hour. ☀
JUST WANNA SAY THAT
Jon Foreman’s one of the most talented songwriters ever. PERIOD.
I’d give anything to be able to write such lyrics. I’m not talking about lyrics that are just aesthetically pleasing to the ear but lyrics that actually minister.
Don’t get me wrong, I absolutely adore songwriters like John Mayer and Jason Mraz - two of my all-time favourite singers but Jon Foreman’s work just has something more to it.
So, go listen to some Switchfoot.
Yupyup that’s all I wanna say. Bye.
God always speaks to me through lyrics and so for me, plugging into my iPod more often than not helps me hear His voice. It’s sort of ironic I guess..how blasting music through my earphones helps me listen better. But I can’t count the number of times I find myself close to tears just listening to beautifully written, God-inspired lyrics.
I’ll be waiting Anticipating All that I aim for What I was made for
With every heartbeat All of my blood bleeds Running inside me I’m looking for you
I can’t believe I’m gonna work the first two months of my holiday away..in some sense I feel like I’ve cheated myself - was looking forward to enjoying after working hard (well, sorta) during the sch term but now here i am.
It’s 9am and I’m stuck in an office! Lol. How do these office people do it really. I can’t see myself working in an office in future but I know that’s the fate for MOST people. One of my dreams is to start my own biz so I won’t have to work for anyone. Lolol okay I should quit being so pessimistic. Should be grateful I actually got this job. I wouldn’t use the word ‘fun’ to describe it but it has been an interesting experience thus far. And my dad reminded me this morning - unfortunately (or fortunately, rather) I’m not born with a silver spoon in my mouth so if I want something I have to work hard for it.
Monday, May 14th
Today was my first day at work! My first real office job. The last time didn’t count cos I was working with Joanna and we didn’t exactly act the part. E.g. I vividly recall Joanna rolling about on the office floor when our supervisor wasn’t looking. Yes, rolling. HAHA. And she helped me complete a large portion of my work cos I was so stinking bored of it. Well. It was fun while it lasted. Good memories hahahaha.
First day of work was quite an eye-opener. I got to do a lot of liaising and stuff with overseas and local companies which was pretty…..interesting. It’s just a small fraction of this huge project known as the Asian TV Awards and I think its darn cool and such a privilege to be able to liaise with companies like MTV, ESPN, Nat Geo, etc. I have to admit it’s not the fun-nest job though, especially because I get bored of routinary work quickly. But I shan’t complain ‘cos most jobs have their downsides and that’s why we get paid to do them right. Lol. Hopefully next week we’ll be doing something else!
Was reading Entrusting the Key by Ali Smith and I can’t believe I finished the entire book in a couple of hours. That’s very unlike me as I’m not much of a reader. I usually only read magazines and uhmm… archiecomics HAHA. Well I used to read a lot when I was younger and of late I’ve been trying to get back into the habit of reading.
Anyway, the book talks about relationships and how God molds our character in preparation for the right time and person. The author was born in America but was residing in Singapore when she wrote the book (she was a news presenter for Channel News Asia) One aspect I really enjoyed was the transparent and honest manner in which the book was written. I like how everything is just laid out for the reader to take in and relate to.
I’m glad I picked this at the library instead of some romance novel! I originally went in looking for Bear Grylls’ Mud, Sweat and Tears LOL (couldn’t find it though. Sigh) Don’t know what exactly made me borrow this but God certainly spoke to me through it and I feel really challenged to go deeper.
“Who said you needed to be in church or at a crusade to experience the mighty things of God? The glory of Heaven was coming to me on a daily basis in my very own living room. All I had to do was show up.”
